Subject: | Side Cargo Door Binds (Replace Hinge Pins and Bushings) |
Models: | 1996-2002 Chevrolet Express Van Models |
1996-2002 GMC Savana Van Models |
Built Prior to April 16, 2002 |
This bulletin is being revised to add information to the labor time column of the warranty table. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 02-08-64-012 (Section 08 -- Body and Accessories).
Some customers may comment that the side cargo (60/40) doors are hard to open or stiff.
The hinge pins may be corroded.
Replace the hinge pins and bushings following the instructions in the tool kit.
Part Number | Description | Quantity |
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88944360 | Hinge Pin Kit | One Kit per Hinge |
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.
To order the Hinge Pin Removal Tool Kit, call Kent Moore at 1-800-GMTOOLS and order J 41226 and J 41226-50.
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Labor Operation | Description | Labor Time |
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B4812 | Bushings and Pins, Hinge (Side Cargo Door) - Replace | 2.6 hrs (for all four hinges) |
Add | Body Side Molding Removal | 0.3 hr |